Discover the epitome of luxury at Pointavu, a breathtaking vacation rental in Tofte, MN. This stunning house offers unmatched comfort with 3 bedrooms and an array of top-notch amenities.
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Pointavu is a 3-bedroom, 3-bath home in Tofte on Minnesota’s North Shore of Lake Superior, sleeping up to 10 across five queen beds. Designed for groups who want room to spread out, it pairs a large great room and two-story fireplace with an expansive lake-facing deck and direct lake access via a private ledge rock shoreline. Pets are allowed with prior approval (2-pet maximum).
The main level includes two bedrooms, including a suite with a queen bed and jetted tub, plus a second bedroom with two queen beds. A spacious sleeping loft (open to the living room and without a door) adds two more queen beds and an attached bathroom. The kitchen is equipped for self-catering, and conveniences include washer/dryer, dishwasher, internet access, and parking with a garage. Accessibility notes include mostly one-level living with small lips at entrances, a cobblestone walkway with railing, and stairs only to reach the loft.
Good fit for
Pet-friendly staysGroup and reunionBikingSkiing
On Lake SuperiorLocated on Lake Superior with a private ledge rock shoreline and lake access.
Sleeps 10Accommodates up to 10 guests in five queen beds across bedrooms and an open loft.
Lake-facing deckExpansive deck facing the lake with seating (furnishings may be seasonal).
Pet friendlyPets allowed with prior approval and fee; maximum of 2 pets.
Mostly one levelMain living areas are on one level; stairs are only required for the loft.
Pointavu is located in Tofte, Minnesota, on the North Shore of Lake Superior. The Gitchee Gami Bicycle Trail runs past the home along the highway. The home is described as within walking distance of a grocery store, liquor store, gift shop, and a cafe. The area is also noted as being near Lutsen Mountains and near state parks, with access to hiking trails including the Superior Hiking Trail.
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About this rental
About This Rental
Pointavu is a large vacation home on Lake Superior in Tofte, Minnesota, offering three bedrooms, three bathrooms, and sleeping for up to 10 guests in five queen beds. The layout centers on a great room with a two-story fireplace and a large dining table, with the living space opening to a lake-facing deck (furnishings may be seasonal). Entertainment and comfort features include television, DVD, radio/stereo/Bluetooth speaker, board games and puzzles, and a wet bar.
Sleeping is arranged across two main-level bedrooms and an open loft. Bedroom 1 (main level) has a queen bed and a jetted tub, with an attached bathroom featuring a shower. Bedroom 2 (main level) includes two queen beds. The loft has two queen beds and no door, remaining open to the living room below; it also has an attached bathroom with a shower. A third bathroom on the main level includes a shower/tub.
For day-to-day convenience, the home provides a full kitchen with dishes, pots, and flatware, plus a dishwasher, microwave, coffee maker, toaster, and grill. Towels/linens are included, and a washer/dryer and hair dryer are available. Safety items listed include smoke and carbon monoxide detectors and a fire extinguisher.
Accessibility notes: the parking area is compact dirt/gravel, and a cobblestone walkway with a railing leads to the main entrance and deck entrance. Guests can enter through multiple doors with a small lip and no stairs; most of the home is on one level, with stairs only for the loft bedroom and bathroom. A 4WD/AWD vehicle is recommended in winter. Pets are welcome with prior approval and an additional fee (2-pet maximum).
Nestled on the picturesque coast of Lake Superior among mature trees just outside the town of Tofte, Minnesota you will find Pointavu. This large vacation rental home offers a spacious retreat from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Bring the whole family or a group of friends to enjoy a restful and relaxing weekend, or come for a wonderful North Shore adventure.
Enjoy spectacular views and waterfront from this well-designed home featuring two bedrooms and a spacious sleeping loft open to the living room below for a total of five queen beds. This home also has three bathrooms and a large great room, featuring a two-story fireplace and large dining room table.
One of the best features of this home is the expansive lake-facing deck that has plenty of seating for everyone to be able to enjoy the sights and sounds of Lake Superior. The new Gitchee Gami Bicycle Trail goes right past the house along the highway.
This Home is Pet Friendly! There is a 2-pet maximum.
Bedrooms/Bed Sizes/Location
Bedroom 1 - Queen Bed and Jetted Tub - Main Level
Bedroom 2 - Two Queen Beds - Main Level
Loft - Two Queen Beds - No Door, Open to Living Room (see photos)
Bathrooms/Location
Bathroom 1 - Shower - Main Level Attached to Bedroom 1
Bathroom 2 - Shower/Tub
Bathroom 3 - Shower - Loft Attached to Loft Bedroom
Area Information
Pointavu on Lake Superior is located in Tofte within walking distance of a grocery store, liquor store, gift shop, and a delightful cafe that serves yummy homemade goodies. The Gitchee Gami Bicycle Trail goes right past the house along the highway, and is great for a casual bike ride or walk. Here you are just minutes from Lutsen Mountains, the Northlands premiere winter ski-resort. Visit in the summer to enjoy the alpine slide and sight-seeing gondola that takes you right up to the summit of Moose Mountain- a must-do during leaf change season in the fall!
At Pointavu on Lake Superior, you are surrounded by miles of hiking trails, including the Superior Hiking Trail, and numerous state parks. Enjoy enchanting waterfalls and hikes up to gorgeous peaks where the panoramic views of Lake Superior are sure to impress. Whatever season you visit the North Shore, you are sure to find plenty to do! Of course, you can always choose to just come and relax and let your worries wash away at Pointavu.
Pets are welcome with prior approval and an additional fee. 2 pet maximum.
Accessibility Information
-The parking area is not paved and is mostly compact dirt/gravel.
-There is a cobblestone walkway with a railing that leads to the main entrance and deck entrance.
-Guests can access the home through the main door, the side deck door, and the side bedroom suite door with just a small lip at each entrance, no stairs.
-Most of the home is on one level, only the loft bedroom and bathroom require stairs to access.
-The large, open layout in the kitchen and living room should be accessible to most.
-The bedrooms are large enough that at least one side of each bed should be accessible.
-The master bathroom has a narrow walk-in shower with a small lip and no shower seat.
-The guest bathroom on the main level has two plastic support bars on the lower part of the jetted tub and a plastic towel bar at check height (see photos).
-The deck is accessible, spacious, and has a guard rail.
-The shoreline area of the home is accessible by a thin, gently sloping dirt bath that may be difficult to access.
If you have questions about accessibility please call us and we will be happy to investigate other concerns you may have.
Cascade Vacation Rentals requires a Rental Agreement to be filled out
Before you book
Vacation Rental Policies
Check In
4:00 PM
Check Out
10:00 AM
Other Policies
This rental is managed by Cascade Vacation Rentals. Airbnb guests must sign a separate rental agreement within 10 days of their booking or before arrival (whichever comes first). You will receive an off-platform link to sign the rental agreement after booking. Our "House Rules" are outlined in the rental agreement. To ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience with Cascade Vacation Rentals, our guest services team may contact you by phone to verify details or inform you of important updates regarding your stay.
7 days before arrival you will receive an email titled "Your Guestbooks Has Arrived" with a link that says "Log In Now!" which will bring you to the check-in detail that gives you all of the information you will need for your arrival, including rental information, directions, keypad or lockbox codes, WiFi information (if applicable), and a local area guide. **This information is not in Airbnb, you will need to access it through the link sent to your email.**
You will check in to your property directly, and will not need to interact with anyone. If you need anything during your stay please reach out to our office during regular business hours. We also offer an after-hours emergency phone line you can use in the event of after-hours maintenance issues which can be found in your check-in details.
Pet Policy: Pets are allowed at some homes with an additional pet fee. Not all homes are pet-friendly, please read the description of the property you are interested in to see if the home is pet-friendly. If it's not, there will not be a mention of pets anywhere on the property description. The maximum number of pets allowed in the home is 2. Pet owners must: pick up droppings, keep pet leashed when outside, keep the pet off of furniture and bedding, and must kennel the pet if the pet is left alone in the home. Guests staying in townhomes and condos may not leave pets unattended. Failure to follow the pet policy will result in a $250 fine charged to the card used to make your final payment. Parties found with pets without prior approval will be asked to leave immediately without a refund and will pay a $250 cleaning fee.
Things to enjoy
Activities and Special Interests
This property provides access to the following activities and special interests:
Biking
Boating
Canoeing
Fishing
Golfing
Group and Reunion
Honeymoon
Hunting
Lake
State National Parks
Sailing
Skiing
Cross Country Skiing
Snowmobiling
Spa
Pet Friendly
Family Vacations
Other Activities and Special Interests
Dog Sledding
Hiking
Snowshoeing
What's included
Property Amenities
Property Features
Parking
Microwave
Toaster
Coffee Maker
Towels/Linens
Garage
Hair Dryer
Featured Amenities
Grill
Dishwasher
Television
Internet Access
Fireplace
Washer/Dryer
Pets Allowed
Other Property Amenities
Fire Extinguisher
Carbon Monoxide Detector
Smoke Detector
Heater
Hot Water
Private Entry
On Lake Superior
Deck or Patio (Furniture May Be Seasonal)
Private Ledge Rock Shoreline (shorelines are ever changing)
Near Lutsen Mountains
Near State Parks
Lake Access - Easy
Kitchen - Dishes
Pots
Flatware Provided
DVD
Radio/Stereo/Bluetooth Speaker
Wet Bar
Board Games and Puzzles
Jetted or Soaker Tub
Telephone
4WD/AWD Recommended in Winter
Campfires on Beach Permitted
Kitchen
Large Home
Wheelchair/Walker Accessible (See Overview for Details)
Lutsen 99er Recovery Friendly
Guest feedback
Testimonials
Bruce
Coon Rapids, US
Reviewed: Jul 13, 2019
Property Manager
I had several questions about the property beforehand - they were promptly and politely answered. The directions to the property were spot-on. All property information was well communicated.
Property
This property was perfect for our family (8 adults, 5 grandchildren, 1 dog). There was ample sleeping room and plenty of living space, both indoors and outdoors. The kitchen was well equipped with utensils, cookware, and flatware. The huge dining table was much appreciated, as well as the beautiful patio furniture. We utilized the washer and dryer several times - it was great having extra space in our vehicles for hiking gear vs. clothes! Having onsite garbage cans was a HUGE hit, given the amount we generated. Fires on the rocky shoreline were unforgettable, as well as the shallow waters. There was plenty of parking for our multiple vehicles/families. The "game closet" was wonderful, as well as puzzles, movies and books. The location was perfect for us - near many hiking trails. There were really NO negatives to this property! Thank you for sharing!
Helpful details
Frequently Asked Questions
Pointavu is located in Tofte, Minnesota.
Pointavu accommodates up to 10 guests.
3 Bedrooms and 3 Full Bathrooms.
Yes. Pointavu is listed as pet friendly. Review the manager's policies for any pet restrictions or fees.
The property lists a 2-night minimum stay.
Pointavu is professionally managed by Cascade Vacation Rentals.
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